Just picked up thee black stag bone Marbles knives, the fit and finish is about as good as some of the modern CASE stuff I've looked at. The blades were mostly sharp upon arrival, a few minutes with a strop made things just the way I like it. Got them from SMKW and the pricing was quite friendly; try the canoe, it was the best of the lot and its probably my favorite patterns. I'd be happier if they made a peanut or even a copperhead in the same material, but what I got is still quite nice. Very good quality in every way.
Not an expensive knife guy at all. Tried out a couple of the Shrade Imperials and if I can get it to resharpen it would be a sturdy OK knife, no frills, nasty plastic scales but solid and pretty well put together.
Yeah would like to see that #5 brand video! Though not really an EDC and not an American traditional per say I would definitely think an Opinel SS in on my #5 list.. on a hike with a picnic these are wonderful for food prep.. factory edge is razor sharp easy to resharpen and I don't feel I have to "on the spot" afterwards clean it like I would my Swiss Army which is always in the pocket on hikes.. saying Swiss Army? Honestly other then collecting the 58mm is just a tad small IMO for most real tasks? I have come to find the 84mm a lot better then I had previously thought though after getting my Swiss "Walker", yes pretty minimal but on a "non-outback hike a nice compromise and you don't notice in your pocket like my 91mm Tinker or my Farmer.. may have to give the "small Tinker" a try, any thoughts? Love the channel keep up the fine work!!
Aside from the manufacturers you mentioned, there are some great knives to be had second hand. I have had some good bargains from eBay but some of the best buys have been flea markets. At one local to me a couple of years back a guy had a dozen or so SAKs, I bought a Climber for €4.00 then I wished I had bought more. I went back the next week on the off chance the seller would be there again, he was, I bought 5 more from him all different models,the guy was so happy I was taking them off his hands, I got them for €20.00. A couple were a bit knocked about but they were all good knives and I still use them.
Good video, Tobias. I read those jokes to my wife, and she said “stop, that’s painful!” 😀 we like the groaners. Yep think I’ll get another Rough Rider or two, maybe another Frost locking copperhead, and definitely a SAK or two.
Some great choices there. I really like the Böker Juliet. I’ve a few Böker Plus knives too. Obviously, I’ve a pile of both Rough Riders and SAKs too. I’ve no Kershaws, but I do like their new ‘Grandmother’ Barlow, the Culpepper.
Hey Tobias I just ordered a bunch of rough Ryders and a Victorinox knife I’ve never seen before........ I can’t wait to show you I never saw it before and your the first one I thought of when I saw it....... they should be here Tuesday or Wednesday!!!!! But I need your expertise when you see this Victorinox thanks Tobias!!!!!!
I have one folding knife that was more than $50 when I bought it. My Buck 110 is more than that new I think when my parents bought one for my 21st birthday it was probably $35 to $40. My Buck knives I use for processing deer where over $50 but they are fixed blades. I have one I gave my nephew when he got his first deer last year I have one fixed blade Chinese fake Buck I got off of eBay on purpose to see how good it would be. Seems just fine to me.
Hi Tobias, great brands and a few of them I have not explored before. I have a question about the Shields. I noticed that the Black handled Marbles knife has the same shield as a Rough rider trapper that I have, is there a significance to the shields shape and the fact that it appears on different brands. Good video, thanks. :-)
Hi. I realy like that Marbles wrench. SDs cost around 25usd here and i am only a couple of hours by road from Switzerland. Crazy, right? If i made the same list i would have to add instead of the SMKW knives, Ganzo and of course Opinel. All the best.
This is just my quirky nature, but on all my pocket knives, I ask one question, "Can it prepare tinder & help with fire making?" I know that for most city dwellers, a pocket knife is most often used to open packages and cut cardboard, but my mental test for a knife is:- if stuck in the woods or roadside overnight, will my pocket knife and pocket lighter get me through the night with a nice, comforting, warming, signal fire? Most $25 knives can't be trusted to do this safely. (If interested, ask me why this is important to me.)
Another useful and well thought out video, Tobias. Some thoughts: - I also still recommend Victorinox, but would stress to people to buy only their thin, basic models, in which the bang-for-buck ratio is still great. (Don't go thicker than the -pioneer- spartan, tinker, climber, camper. As you've said, their more specialized, more thought after models can get quite expensive, and also a bit bulky. - Also, if one wanted to have one of their more expensive models, they might consider buying it used on ebay for way less because - *they clean up so easily:* Good soaking with soap, your standard houshold oil, any old method of sharpening really. If the scales are scuffed, no worries, get a dollar store brass brush, put a nice brushed finish on the scales; easy-peasy to do for almost everybody. - The only super low budget knife I'm considering right now is the Sanrenmu 7007, which is the OEM version/copy of the CRKT drifter. That's because I can easily have it in black g10, black coated (humid climate) and with serrations (which I like on a basic, do everything, worry-not-beater)
Opinel 6,Antonini(s),Martins Elegance,Victorinox Cadet,Boker Tech Tool City 1. All between 15 and 25 euros in Belgium.I have to buy a couple of Marbles knives.I love olive wood.
Mikov makes some of the best fixed blade knives on the planet as well . I'm not a fan of most stainless steel fixed blades , but Mikov makes the best .
The MT5, is that a fixed blade? If so it looks like a nice knife! I was given a Juliet. I'm not sure if the quality if far better than the my Case Barlows, but it definitely doesn't have the blade blade of one of Case Barlows, that's for sure. I was very impressed with the Juliet.
Most folk I know just spend money on the brands name most folk would get by with things like these but hell if u can do it why not liked this video though
jojojeep1, if it was comment about telling the difference between Chinese and American knives... I got a chuckle in my email. What gets me is all the people who hate Chinese made knives but choose the AK over the M16 considering the number of Chi-Com AK’s and SKS’s floating around the US. 😂
I’ve got Rough Ryder knives that actually rival some of my Case knives for fit, finish AND sharpness right out of the box. As for Marbles, I might like them more if they weren’t so obnoxious about branding their knives as much as they do with all their blade etchings, etc..
Thank you Tobias for the great ideas as I trying to ease myself away from Rough Rider for awhile, always good to try something different .
Just picked up thee black stag bone Marbles knives, the fit and finish is about as good as some of the modern CASE stuff I've looked at. The blades were mostly sharp upon arrival, a few minutes with a strop made things just the way I like it. Got them from SMKW and the pricing was quite friendly; try the canoe, it was the best of the lot and its probably my favorite patterns. I'd be happier if they made a peanut or even a copperhead in the same material, but what I got is still quite nice. Very good quality in every way.
Thanks for the pointers
Great video I enjoyed that one thanks Tobias!!!!!!
Thanks. Case also has a small number of under $25 but talk about "budget" items.
Awesome informational educational video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya 🙏
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for dropping by!
Fine content in the video thanks Tobias
Thanks for letting us know about these. Awesome knives
Awesome budget knives Tobias!! Hard to go wrong with a good SAK! Loved the jokes mixed in!!!
I have rainbow trout sd from SMKW. I've used it so much that the trout pattern is wearing off. Good small knife that has done a lot of things.
I really really want to get my hands on one of those marbles fly fisherman knives,but don't think they are available over here in the UK,great video!
Just checked Baladio on Chicago. Lots out of stock. So I checked Amazon. Baladio prices are minimum twice to 3 times the price!
Amazon can be insane sometimes. I have mostly bought Baladeo on eBay with good results.
I also didn't know that SMKW took over Marbles. I like your videos, very educational! God Bless!
Great picks with even better reasoning for each brand. Atb paddy 👍☘️😃
Love the Boker. Would love to see it with a locking blade. Those olive woods are nice too!
Not an expensive knife guy at all. Tried out a couple of the Shrade Imperials and if I can get it to resharpen it would be a sturdy OK knife, no frills, nasty plastic scales but solid and pretty well put together.
Right on. Now I get it. Thanks.
Great look at some quality knives that don't break the bank, my edc is a rough Ryder now, can't beat it, :) 😎 👍
Have you checked out the new VG10 Rough Ryders?
not yet.
Yeah would like to see that #5 brand video! Though not really an EDC and not an American traditional per say I would definitely think an Opinel SS in on my #5 list.. on a hike with a picnic these are wonderful for food prep.. factory edge is razor sharp easy to resharpen and I don't feel I have to "on the spot" afterwards clean it like I would my Swiss Army which is always in the pocket on hikes.. saying Swiss Army? Honestly other then collecting the 58mm is just a tad small IMO for most real tasks? I have come to find the 84mm a lot better then I had previously thought though after getting my Swiss "Walker", yes pretty minimal but on a "non-outback hike a nice compromise and you don't notice in your pocket like my 91mm Tinker or my Farmer.. may have to give the "small Tinker" a try, any thoughts? Love the channel keep up the fine work!!
Aside from the manufacturers you mentioned, there are some great knives to be had second hand. I have had some good bargains from eBay but some of the best buys have been flea markets.
At one local to me a couple of years back a guy had a dozen or so SAKs, I bought a Climber for €4.00 then I wished I had bought more. I went back the next week on the off chance the seller would be there again, he was, I bought 5 more from him all different models,the guy was so happy I was taking them off his hands, I got them for €20.00. A couple were a bit knocked about but they were all good knives and I still use them.
Hello. A great find.
@@rhino5419 Yes, a really good find, I am not usually that lucky. I couldn't believe the chap wanted so little money for them.
What is the titanium coating for? does it strengthen the blade?
They claim it adds strength and improves the edge. I don't buy that. I do think it is a rust inhibitor, however.
Good video, Tobias. I read those jokes to my wife, and she said “stop, that’s painful!” 😀 we like the groaners. Yep think I’ll get another Rough Rider or two, maybe another Frost locking copperhead, and definitely a SAK or two.
Some great choices there. I really like the Böker Juliet. I’ve a few Böker Plus knives too. Obviously, I’ve a pile of both Rough Riders and SAKs too. I’ve no Kershaws, but I do like their new ‘Grandmother’ Barlow, the Culpepper.
Hey Tobias I just ordered a bunch of rough Ryders and a Victorinox knife I’ve never seen before........ I can’t wait to show you I never saw it before and your the first one I thought of when I saw it....... they should be here Tuesday or Wednesday!!!!! But I need your expertise when you see this Victorinox thanks Tobias!!!!!!
Just found a stag brand fish knife . 5 inch powder horn frame . Have any info ?
We have the same exact idea about a budget Knife and it’s cost
I find one uses and abuses the cheap knife much more readily than a nice looking expensive one.
I have one folding knife that was more than $50 when I bought it.
My Buck 110 is more than that new I think when my parents bought one for my 21st birthday it was probably $35 to $40.
My Buck knives I use for processing deer where over $50 but they are fixed blades. I have one I gave my nephew when he got his first deer last year
I have one fixed blade Chinese fake Buck I got off of eBay on purpose to see how good it would be. Seems just fine to me.
The new VG10 Rough Ryder knives are awesome.
When the guy dropped the knife on his foot, did he call an ambulance or a toe truck?
or did he run around in circles?
I didn't know SMKW took over Marbles. That folding fish knife was very interesting in its operation.
Hi Tobias, great brands and a few of them I have not explored before. I have a question about the Shields. I noticed that the Black handled Marbles knife has the same shield as a Rough rider trapper that I have, is there a significance to the shields shape and the fact that it appears on different brands. Good video, thanks. :-)
Hi. I realy like that Marbles wrench. SDs cost around 25usd here and i am only a couple of hours by road from Switzerland. Crazy, right? If i made the same list i would have to add instead of the SMKW knives, Ganzo and of course Opinel. All the best.
That's a silly price for an SD! The Marbles Wrench os a good one!
This is just my quirky nature, but on all my pocket knives, I ask one question, "Can it prepare tinder & help with fire making?"
I know that for most city dwellers, a pocket knife is most often used to open packages and cut cardboard, but my mental test for a knife is:- if stuck in the woods or roadside overnight, will my pocket knife and pocket lighter get me through the night with a nice, comforting, warming, signal fire?
Most $25 knives can't be trusted to do this safely.
(If interested, ask me why this is important to me.)
Another useful and well thought out video, Tobias.
Some thoughts: - I also still recommend Victorinox, but would stress to people to buy only their thin, basic models, in which the bang-for-buck ratio is still great. (Don't go thicker than the -pioneer- spartan, tinker, climber, camper. As you've said, their more specialized, more thought after models can get quite expensive, and also a bit bulky.
- Also, if one wanted to have one of their more expensive models, they might consider buying it used on ebay for way less because
- *they clean up so easily:* Good soaking with soap, your standard houshold oil, any old method of sharpening really. If the scales are scuffed, no worries, get a dollar store brass brush, put a nice brushed finish on the scales; easy-peasy to do for almost everybody.
- The only super low budget knife I'm considering right now is the Sanrenmu 7007, which is the OEM version/copy of the CRKT drifter. That's because I can easily have it in black g10, black coated (humid climate) and with serrations (which I like on a basic, do everything, worry-not-beater)
A spartan was my work knife for 3 years its beating to help but still going the wear on it is amazing came with me all over
Opinel 6,Antonini(s),Martins Elegance,Victorinox Cadet,Boker Tech Tool City 1. All between 15 and 25 euros in Belgium.I have to buy a couple of Marbles knives.I love olive wood.
Under 25 is where all the fun is.
I would also recommend Mikov from the Czech Republic. The next best SAK-a-likes you can get in my opinion.
Mikov makes some of the best fixed blade knives on the planet as well . I'm not a fan of most stainless steel fixed blades , but Mikov makes the best .
I enjoy budget knives, I use all my knives and like to see how they hold up.
Just picked up a Super Tinker new on ebay $20.00. free shipping.
Seller had 10 remaining
That's an excellent price for Super Tink! Congratulations!
@@KnifeChatswithTobias I mentioned that to tk so he grabbed one as well and put the link up on his community.
The seller has about 10 left.
@@KnifeChatswithTobias just checked buyer has 8 left.
Hey Tobias is there any Victorinox knives you didn’t see?
SAK all the way!!
Antonini has a nice olive wood knife.
I enjoy shopping Marbles.
I also like their billboarding on the boxes... Best box in the box.
Balladeo has superb quality control
Magnum Boker great quality. Blades centered!
I have seen first hand some Karen getting upset at the Victorinox.
My Boker Juliet is far better quality than my new Case Barlow.my favorites are my big GEC Coke bottle and a Cudeman MT5 ,very impressed with Cudeman
The MT5, is that a fixed blade? If so it looks like a nice knife! I was given a Juliet. I'm not sure if the quality if far better than the my Case Barlows, but it definitely doesn't have the blade blade of one of Case Barlows, that's for sure. I was very impressed with the Juliet.
@@KnifeChatswithTobias yes the MT 5 is fixed blade.Cudeman make a folding version of it also.
Most folk I know just spend money on the brands name most folk would get by with things like these but hell if u can do it why not liked this video though
I cracked a joke in bad taste I had to delete it
jojojeep1, if it was comment about telling the difference between Chinese and American knives... I got a chuckle in my email. What gets me is all the people who hate Chinese made knives but choose the AK over the M16 considering the number of Chi-Com AK’s and SKS’s floating around the US. 😂
Tobias Gibson I bought a Chinese SKS in 1998 I paid $1000 for 10 of them brand new in the boxes they went like hotcakes too bad I didn’t keep one
I’ve got Rough Ryder knives that actually rival some of my Case knives for fit, finish AND sharpness right out of the box. As for Marbles, I might like them more if they weren’t so obnoxious about branding their knives as much as they do with all their blade etchings, etc..
There is NO Chinese made knife which rivals American made Case .
I think you'll find several Chinese made knives that rival a Case. I love Case but I'm not blind to the competition out there.
Karma will catch up with the down voter. Must be an unhappy soul... great video T !
Baladeo doesnt make knockoffs?/ ehhhhhhhhhhhhh.., these are NOT real Laguioles. Like the rest of your picks.